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Systematic Review Of Family Nurse Practitioner Utilization Within School Environments, Luz Elena Zapien
Systematic Review Of Family Nurse Practitioner Utilization Within School Environments, Luz Elena Zapien
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Institute of Medicine recommend school health screening programs to detect problems that might interfere with a student’s education and general well-being, and many U.S. states require compliance with enrollment requirements such as updated immunizations and physical exams prior to attendance. In low-income areas, however, there is often a shortage of physicians available to meet the healthcare needs of the population. Family nurse practitioners (FNPs) can be utilized in school health settings to deliver health care services that support school attendance and the well-being of school students, yet little is known about their impact. …
Comparison Of Diagnosis And Hospital Referral Rates Between Physician And Non-Physician Practitioners, Joshua Alan Fisher
Comparison Of Diagnosis And Hospital Referral Rates Between Physician And Non-Physician Practitioners, Joshua Alan Fisher
Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies
Physician extenders as support in healthcare facilities has been increasing in the United States and has the potential to help in currently under served communities. This study evaluated the quality of care provided by physician extenders through the examination of average diagnosis and referral rates that may inform healthcare leaders and policymakers in future decisions. The literature review pointed to a gap in the research related to the quality of care based on patient diagnosis and referral rates by physicians and physician extenders. The conclusions were based on a quantitative analysis of secondary data from the National Ambulatory Medical Care …